2004 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Volvo V40
To start off, both 2004 BMW X5 and 2004 Volvo V40 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V40. (169 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 830 kg more than 2004 Volvo V40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volvo V40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW X5 (290 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo V40. (240 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2004 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | BMW | Volvo |
| Model | X5 | V40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 60 L |
